Patents by Inventor Cecil Richison

Cecil Richison has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20020191870
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2002
    Publication date: December 19, 2002
    Applicant: KAPAK CORPORATION
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 6423356
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2002
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Publication number: 20010031295
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2001
    Publication date: October 18, 2001
    Applicant: KAPAK CORPORATION
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 6274181
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending there across. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2001
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 6023914
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2000
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 6021624
    Abstract: A method for the packaging of coffee in a pouch arrangement having first and second opposed panel sections, a base gusset member, a rib and trough closure arrangement constructed and arranged for selective closure of the pouch arrangement, and a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The method includes filling the pouch arrangement with coffee to a first level no greater than the rib and trough closure arrangement and sealing the pouch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2000
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 5542902
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 6, 1996
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 5254073
    Abstract: A vented pouch is described which comprises: first and second opposed panels; a base gusset; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panels. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panels, along edges thereof, to form a base by which the pouch can be stood up during use. Preferably, the pouch is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending there across. A preferred method for formation of preferred such pouches is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 19, 1993
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 5147272
    Abstract: A vented pouch is described which comprises: first and second opposed panels; a base gusset; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panels. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panels, along edges thereof, to form a base by which the pouch can be stood-up during use. Preferably, the pouch is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. A preferred method for formation of preferred such pouches is also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 8, 1991
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1992
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell
  • Patent number: 5059036
    Abstract: A vented pouch arrangement is described which comprises: first and second opposed panel sections; a base gusset member; and, a gas filter arrangement oriented in one of the panel sections. The gusset member is preferably oriented between the panel sections; along ends thereof, to form a base by which the arrangement can be stood up during use. Preferably, the arrangement is provided with a rib and trough closure arrangement extending thereacross. In this manner, opening and reclosing the bag construction, for access to material therein, is facilitated. A method for formation of such a pouch arrangement, and methods of use, are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1990
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1991
    Assignee: Kapak Corporation
    Inventors: Cecil Richison, Gary M. Bell